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Val Verde County, TX
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DEAAG grant application for Laughlin AFB aerospace initiative

Summary

The county is poised to apply for nearly $4.85 million in federal Defense Economic Adjustment Assistance grant money to support aerospace and manufacturing growth around Laughlin Air Force Base. If awarded, it could mean jobs and investment in the local economy.

At a glance

Total mentions
1
Last 30 days
1

Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Nov 4, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

No county match is stated in the agenda, but the grant itself would bring up to $4.85 million in federal funds to the area.

✅Who benefits

Local aerospace and manufacturing businesses and workers around Laughlin Air Force Base.

⚠️Who could be affected

No groups negatively affected

Mentions & discussions (1)

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